Civil Engineer I Salary $66,788.28 - $79,798.68 Annually
Location: CPW2-Engineer Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 04194 Department: DPW- Department of Public Works Opening Date: 12/18/2025 Closing Date: 1/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description Benefits Questions Position Purpose/Summary
Responsible for performing full administrative, supervisory, and civil engineering, inspection and permitting processes for industrial, commercial and residential civil engineering construction site work throughout the City of Springfield. Work is performed in accordance with the principles and practices of civil engineering, and regulations and ordinances of the City of Springfield under the supervision of the City Engineer. Indirect supervision is exercised over contractors and professionals hired by the City.
Essential Functions
• Establishes and maintains a permitting and inspection program for street excavation, occupancy and public event permitting. • Issues permits, reviews applications and conducts record keeping and administration. • Works on administrative communication, reports and correspondence related to engineering projects. • Inspects current City projects, subdivisions, etc. • Monitors field inspectors, compliance, enforcement, and engineering calculations for conformance. • Conducts utility and R.O.W. research for private firms. • Works on classification and investigation of traffic regulations and recommendations to Traffic Commission. • Manages engineering databases. • Updates GIS maps as needed. • Extracts needed information for cost estimating purposes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of civil engineering theories and principles. • Ability to research and resolve problems independently. • Ability to maintain complex records and develop summary reports. • Knowledge of CAD drawings. • Knowledge of easements and related survey terms. • Knowledge of legal aspects of land conveyance. • Ability to examine and/or review plans and design specifications for environmental impact and conformance to sound engineering principles and practices.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field. Two years of civil engineering experience. Knowledge of state and federal regulations.
NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.
Benefits
• Medical/Dental/ Vision: 75% City Subsidized • All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision • Retirement: Available to employees working 20+ hours per week • Paid Vacation: Bargaining unit positions are subject to contractual obligations • Paid Holidays: All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year • Paid Sick Time: Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Unused sick days can be rolled over to subsequent calendar years. • Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost. • Paid Personal Days: Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year. • Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA): A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons. • Training: On the job and instructor led courses available • Employee Assistance Program: Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance. • Direct Deposit: Easy, convenient, and free!
Application Questions
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field? Yes No
Do you have two years of civil engineering experience? Yes No
Do you have knowledge of state and federal regulations? Yes No
Are you a current City of Springfield resident? Yes No
The City of Springfield requires all employees to be residents. If you are not a current Springfield resident, are you willing to relocate? Yes No
Required Question
Employer City of Springfield Address: 36 Court St Springfield, Massachusetts, 01103 Phone: 413-787-6018 Website: https://www.springfield-ma.gov